Understanding Time, Continuity, and Change- A Child’s Exploration of History

Understanding Time, Continuity, and Change- A Child’s Exploration of History

What does the Science, Technology, and Society standard include and why is it important?

It is the study that deals with the relationship between science, society, and technology. It focuses on the social and ethical consequences of scientific and technological progress and their applications. It is critical because it enables students to learn how to think critically and appreciate that science and technology have an effect on society.

Why is the study of history important and why should it begin in early childhood?

The study of history is important because it tells our story, helps us to understand the present, and guides us to provide better solutions for the future. Presenting history in early childhood to children helps form a linear structure and a simple knowledge of the past.

What concepts are key to the study of history?

The central concepts in historical studies include causes, perspectives, change, and historical significance.

What concepts of time do young children have? How can time concepts be taught?

Young children tend to understand what “now” and “later” mean, but they fail to perceive time as past, present, and future. Time concepts can be learned through practical experience, storytelling, visuals (timelines), and interactive activities that help kids to explore the duration, and events that took place in history.

How can concepts of change introduced to young children?

Young kids can be introduced to the concepts of change through age-appropriate activities that can show a transition or growth, for example, the study of a plant or animal life cycle, the observation of season changes, and the discussion of personal growth experiences.

In what ways can children be introduced to the idea that life has continuity?

Children can learn that life is continuous by getting familiar with the idea of life continuity through family histories and traditions, which can be explored, or by discussing generational stories, and also by looking through photographs or artifacts that connect their present lives with the past (Seefeldt et al., 2014).

In what various ways can children be introduced to the past?

Past history can be taught to children through storytelling, picture books, trips to museums or historical sites, and explorations of artifacts or primary sources. In the process of dramatic play or reenactment, children have the chance to apply what they have learned, a hands-on experience that enables them to feel like they are part of the past.

What are the methods of the historian, and how do children use them?

Historians use tools like investigations of secondary sources, evidence examination, historical account interpretation, and story creation through the findings (Seefeldt et al., 2014). Young children can begin to develop their historical thinking skills by asking questions, investigating a topic, comparing various sources, and constructing simple narratives based on their comprehension of the past.

References

Seefeldt, C., Castle, S. and Falconer, R. (2014). Social studies for the pre-school and/or primary child (9th ed.). New York: Merrill

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Professor Instructions:
Assignment Link on Bb Read chat. 7 (children’s study of time, continuity, and change: history) pgs. 204-236 answer the focus questions on pg. 204
TEXTBOOK: Required texts for this course: Seefeldt, C., Castle, S. and Falconer, R. (2014). Social studies for the pre-school and/or primary child. (9th Ed.) New York: Merrill

Understanding Time, Continuity, and Change- A Child’s Exploration of History

YOU’RE GOING TO READ CHAPTER 7 (children’s study of time, continuity, and change: history) AND AFTER READING THE CHAPTER YOU’RE GOING TO ANSWER THE FOCUS QUESTIONS ON PAGE 204